Hundreds Of Levittown Students Named AP Scholars

LEVITTOWN, NY — More than 250 Levittown students from both Division Avenue and General Douglas MacArthur high schools were recognized by the College Board for their outstanding scores on the Advanced Placement exams. These students include those from last year’s graduating class and this year’s seniors.

College Board recognizes different levels of achievement based on a student’s performance on these exams. Some students earned more than one Scholar designation for their achievements.

There were 127 students recognized as AP Scholars, receiving scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams; 46 students were named AP Scholars with Honor, earning an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams; and 83 students were named AP Scholars with Distinction. To earn this award, a student must receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.

In addition, 15 Levittown students earned their AP Seminar and Research Certificate and 20 students received their AP Capstone Diploma. The AP Seminar and Research Certificate is granted to those who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research but not on four additional AP Exams. The AP Capstone Diploma is given to those students who earn scores of 3 or higher in AP Seminar and AP Research and on four additional AP Exams of their choosing.